What are the main factors that influence a Quality Operations Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Quality Operations Manager?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Quality Operations Manager roles, with salaries approximately 8% above the market median.

How does experience change A Quality Operations Manager's salary?

A Quality Operations Manager's salary grows with experience: an Operations Supervisor (0-3 years)earns $67,982, an Operations Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $97,395, an Quality Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $110,546, a Senior Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $149,856, an Operations Director (5+ years)earns $207,962,

What are the highest paying states for a Quality Operations Manager?

Quality Operations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Quality Operations Manager roles are District of Columbia $122,010, California $121,547, Massachusetts $119,927. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Quality Operations Manager roles make?

Salaries for Quality Operations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Manager, Operations Quality Engineering: $191,490; Product Quality Senior Manager: $153,779; Product Quality Systems Senior Manager: $152,998; Vendor Quality Control Manager: $135,697; Quality Control Senior Manager: $134,249.

Quality Operations Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Quality Operations Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Quality Operations Manager in Delaware is $111,597 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

However, a Quality Operations Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,888
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $98,679 to $125,882
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $86,918

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Quality Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,882	$10,490	$2,421	$61
Average	$111,597	$9,300	$2,146	$54
25th Percentile	$98,679	$8,223	$1,898	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Quality Operations Manager Salaries

A Quality Operations Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Quality Operations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Quality Operations Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $67,982
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,395
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,546
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $149,856
Expert (over 8 years): $207,962

Levels	Salary
Operation... Level Quality Operations Manager	$67,982
Operation... Level Quality Operations Manager	$97,395
Quality O... Level Quality Operations Manager	$110,546
Senior Op... Level Quality Operations Manager	$149,856
Operation... Level Quality Operations Manager	$207,962

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How Do Quality Operations Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Quality Operations Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $122,010.
California: $121,547.
Massachusetts: $119,927.

District of Columbia $122,010 California $121,547 Massachusetts $119,927 Washington $119,487 New Jersey $119,443 Alaska $119,288 Connecticut $117,768 New York $117,150

Hawaii $115,178 Rhode Island $114,252 Maryland $113,624 Minnesota $112,765 Colorado $112,434 Illinois $112,324 Oregon $111,905 Delaware $111,597

New Hampshire $111,403 Virginia $110,968 Pennsylvania $109,701 Nevada $109,062 North Dakota $108,853 Michigan $108,522 Wisconsin $108,401 Vermont $108,158

Texas $107,486 Maine $107,442 Arizona $107,376 Ohio $107,299 Georgia $106,285 Indiana $105,778 Wyoming $105,679 Utah $105,525

Iowa $105,459 Kansas $104,930 Louisiana $104,775 North Carolina $104,720 Missouri $104,698 Florida $104,268 Montana $104,037 Nebraska $103,817

Kentucky $103,695 South Carolina $103,255 Tennessee $102,979 Idaho $102,869 New Mexico $102,064 Oklahoma $101,888 Alabama $101,238 South Dakota $100,147

Arkansas $99,552 West Virginia $99,232 Mississippi $98,274

Top Paying Cities for Quality Operations Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $111,094
Little Creek: $111,907
Magnolia: $111,746

Lincoln, DE $111,094 Little Creek, DE $111,907 Magnolia, DE $111,746 Milford, DE $111,376 Marydel, DE $111,559 Millsboro, DE $110,628 Millville, DE $110,799 Milton, DE $110,990

Nassau, DE $111,071 Ocean View, DE $110,780 Rehoboth Beach, DE $110,993 Seaford, DE $111,055 Selbyville, DE $110,596 Smyrna, DE $111,984 Viola, DE $111,469 Woodside, DE $111,768

Bear, DE $111,511 Newark, DE $111,469 Claymont, DE $111,697 Delaware City, DE $111,580 Hockessin, DE $111,459 Kirkwood, DE $111,559 Middletown, DE $111,602 Montchanin, DE $111,484

New Castle, DE $111,501 Odessa, DE $111,657 Port Penn, DE $111,732 Rockland, DE $111,495 Saint Georges, DE $111,567 Townsend, DE $111,739 Winterthur, DE $111,508 Lewes, DE $111,033

Wilmington, DE $111,464 Dover, DE $111,907 Dover Afb, DE $111,318 Bethany Beach, DE $110,663 Bethel, DE $110,778 Bridgeville, DE $111,039 Camden Wyoming, DE $111,592 Cheswold, DE $111,871

Clayton, DE $111,874 Dagsboro, DE $110,586 Delmar, DE $110,409 Ellendale, DE $110,744 Felton, DE $111,367 Fenwick Island, DE $110,610 Frankford, DE $110,417 Frederica, DE $111,477

Georgetown, DE $110,544 Greenwood, DE $111,057 Harbeson, DE $110,662 Harrington, DE $111,226 Hartly, DE $111,572 Houston, DE $111,068 Kenton, DE $111,880 Laurel, DE $110,478

Yorklyn, DE $111,492

Quality Operations Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Quality Operations Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 18% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 8% above the average. In contrast, Quality Operations Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Quality Operations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Quality Operations Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Business Services	$120,524	$58.0	8%
Construction	$120,524	$58.0	8%
Insurance	$119,408	$57.0	7%
Aerospace & Defense	$117,176	$56.0	5%
Energy & Utilities	$117,176	$56.0	5%

Quality Operations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Quality Operations Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$98,679

Average $111,597/year

$125,882

$8,223

Average $9,300/month

$10,490

$1,898

Average $2,146/week

$2,421

$47

Average $54/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,882	$10,490	$2,421	$61
Average	$111,597	$9,300	$2,146	$54
25th Percentile	$98,679	$8,223	$1,898	$47

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